About

The Company

Ascend is a technology-driven real estate firm specializing in the acquisition and restoration of residential assets in Northern Virginia and the close-in Maryland suburbs of Washington DC.

[ OVERVIEW ]

We are redefining residential liquidity through technology and disciplined execution.

Since our inception, Ascend has focused exclusively on the Northern Virginia and close-in Maryland suburbs of Washington DC, refining a model that combines institutional-grade standards with localized expertise. By leveraging the predictive power of AlbertAI, we identify and unlock value in residential properties, providing certain liquidity for homeowners and high-performance assets for investors.

[ CORE PILLARS ]

The Ascend Standard

Institutional Excellence

We apply rigorous asset management and high-end restoration standards to every property, ensuring all assets are delivered in market ready condition with no deferred maintenance.

Technological Precision

Our proprietary AlbertAI platform removes human bias from the underwriting process, utilizing thousands of market vectors to optimize risk-weighted returns.

Local Specialization

Deep roots in Northern Virginia and close-in Maryland suburbs of Washington DC allow us to navigate the unique economic drivers of the region, identifying value gaps that generalist firms often overlook.

[ OUR LEADERSHIP ]

Led by decades of institutional expertise and specialized regional knowledge.

Our principals bring together over 70 years of combined experience in large scale real estate development, construction, renovation and asset management. By combining this legacy of execution with a technology-forward approach, we ensure that every asset is optimized for long-term performance and market liquidity.

Brian McCormick

Chief Executive Officer & Co-Manager

35+ years as a real estate developer, home builder, condominium conversion professional, and investor/entrepreneur in growth-stage companies.​

Todd Hitt

Chairman & Co-Manager

35+ years as a seasoned real estate developer, investor, and entrepreneur. Manages multi-million-dollar projects, focusing on technology, value-add, and market-resilient strategies.​